Taking over management of Maquinna Marine Provincial Park has had its rewards and challenges for Ahousaht First Nation.

A wide range of skills training programs designed by First Nations in north-central B.C. and delivered in their communities are helping members prepare for new jobs and careers across their traditional territories.

Through a variety of technical and trades training, First Nations in north-central B.C. are working to ensure community members benefit from regional employment opportunities.

Driver education and trades-training programs are helping ensure Indigenous participants have the skills they need to take advantage of jobs and opportunities in communities on both ends of Highway 16.

Over the past year, more than 400 people came together in communities throughout B.C. to listen and talk about how reconciliation with Indigenous people can shape a better future through workshops held by Reconciliation Canada.

For many First Nations communities, especially those in rural and remote areas, there is an urgent need for Internet and mobile connectivity, as well as digital-skills development.